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Sony Alpha 7S II User Manual

Sony Alpha 7S II
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Sony Alpha 7S II Specifications

General IconGeneral
Continuous ShootingUp to 5 fps
Image ProcessorBIONZ X
Lens MountSony E-mount
Shutter Speed1/8000 to 30 sec, Bulb
Weather SealingYes
Sensor12.2 MP Full-Frame Exmor CMOS Sensor
ISO Range50-409600
Autofocus169 points
Video Resolution4K (3840 x 2160) at 30p
Viewfinder2.36M-dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder
LCD Screen3.0-inch tilting LCD, 1.23 million dots
Image Stabilization5-axis image stabilization
ConnectivityWi-Fi, NFC
Battery LifeApprox. 370 shots (LCD)
Weight627 g (with battery and memory card)
Video Frame RateUp to 120 fps at 1080p
Memory Card Slots1 x SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
Dimensions126.9 x 95.7 x 60.3 mm

Summary

Assembling the Camera

Audio Input Controls

Configure audio inputs for stereo or mono recording, setting attenuation for external microphones.

Essential Menu Settings

Camera Settings Reset

Resets the camera to factory default user settings for a clean configuration.

File Format and Record Settings

Selects XAVC S HD format and sets video frame rate and data rate for optimal recording.

Focus Mode and Audio Settings

Configures camera focus mode and enables audio recording with level display.

Exposure Control Modes

Sets exposure control to Manual or Shutter Priority for video shooting.

HDMI Output Configuration

Configures HDMI settings, including resolution and output format, for external recorders.

Camera Controls and Operations

Exposure Principles and Timing

Explains key exposure factors (shutter, aperture, ISO) and timing for motion blur.

Manual and Shutter Priority Exposure

Guides on using camera dials for Manual and Shutter Priority exposure adjustments.

ISO Adjustment and Noise Levels

Details manual ISO adjustment and camera noise characteristics at different ISO values.

Focus Operation and Controls

Explains changing focus modes and using manual focus rings on the lens.

External Recorder Setup

Recorder Codec Settings

Selects ProRes 422 or ProRes 422 HQ for high-quality video recording.

Matching Recorder and HDMI Formats

Ensures camera HDMI output matches recorder input format for a stable signal.

Recording Operation

Describes how to initiate recording on the external device and its unlimited duration.

Audio Monitoring

Explains checking audio levels via the recorder's menu and headphone monitoring.

Backing Up Files

SSD Drive File Transfer

Guides on safely removing the SSD and transferring video files to a computer.

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